Beats Vines and Life

From Shelf Stocker to Winemaker: Chris Cottrell's Remarkable Journey from Shaolin to Sonoma!


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Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, the incredible Chris Cottrell. Chris is a true wine industry enthusiast with a fascinating journey into the world of wine. From his humble beginnings as a shelf stocker, Chris has grown to become a respected figure in the industry. 


Join our host, MJ Towler, as they dive into Chris's experiences, starting with the unexpected job he found through Craigslist. They reminisce about the vibrant energy of the early 2000s wine industry and the cool projects they were a part of.


But it wasn't just about the job for Chris. He was drawn to the artistry and storytelling of wine, developing his palate by tasting different wines at Crush. With a fondness for Zinfandel and a particular love for the Old Hill vineyard, Chris's passion for wine is evident in every conversation. 


But that's not all! Chris also drops some exciting news – he's getting married in May. Tune in to hear more about this upcoming celebration and his thoughts on the future of the wine industry. 


So grab a glass of your favorite red, sit back, and join us for this captivating episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience with our special guest, Chris Cottrell!


A Massive THANK YOU to Chris Cottrell!!!


This episode’s wines: 2011 Under The Wire Sparkling Wine Chardonnay     

    Brosseau Vineyard

     

     2021 Bedrock Morgan Red Wine Old Hill Ranch Sonoma


     2017 Sky Vineyards Mt. Veeder Syrah Napa Valley



To learn more about Under The Wire Wines, click the link!


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To learn more about Bedrock Wine Co. click the link!


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Listen to Bedrock Wine Conversations Podcast!


To learn more about Sky Vineyards click the link!


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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! 


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